Sep 13, 2024 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, …

Jan 6, 2008 · A fractional rig tends to put proportionally more sail area into the mainsail. Headsails tend to be smaller than on mast-head rigs, so they generally are easier to manage for …

Dec 28, 2009 · How the hell do I do it? What kind of paint? I was just thinking of laying it out, taping it off, and using an airless hvlp gun to spray (lightly) the one color logo I want on my …

Nov 29, 2007 · I am looking into buying this Gail sail. It sounds like it is a great idea. From the web site: The Gale sail, since it is hoisted over the very stiff roller furled sail, has a great …

Jun 14, 2006 · 11 years ago, I installed a Standard Horizon DS41 Depth Sounder and transducer on my old wooden boat. It's a through the hull transducer and a small 2.5" gauge in the …

May 23, 2002 · I often sail with more canvas up than newer cruising yachts, with a similar amount of heel and a lot more speed. I've spent time in high winds on a friend's 44' C&C; a 6x Vic …

Feb 6, 2016 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, …

Apr 3, 2008 · CD markets these sail as cruising/club race sails, not state-of-the-art racing sails. So I wouldn't be surprised if they're built with a different cloth than the current top-of-the-line North …

Aug 16, 2019 · I have not sailed a Merit 22. But I will note you have some conflicting priorities. Generally, a lighter boat with variable draft and a light easily stepped mast will be easier to …

Sep 14, 2017 · Quantum seems to be the apparent market leader in dacron radial mainsails cut for in-mast furling/reefing. If this sail is to be intended for 'serious' long distance work, you …